tax freedom day

2:43PM
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Memo to Prime Minister Trudeau—you increased the tax burden on Canadian families

Of the total amount of taxes paid, most (53.2 per cent) will go to the federal government.


2:21PM
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June 14 is Tax Freedom Day in Canada—but don’t pop the champagne yet

The federal government and three provinces—Ontario, Manitoba and Alberta—are expected to run budget deficits this year.


10:49AM
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High marginal tax rates discourage productive economic activities such as work, savings, investment and entrepreneurship.


10:09AM
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This year, the federal government and six of 10 provinces will run budget deficits.


9:05AM
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In 2017, the average Canadian family with two or more people will pay $47,135 in total taxes.